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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP77169) and 4 other sources
Billy Lau, 31, was last seen on October 23, 2018, in San Francisco, California. On the day of his disappearance, he left his residence in the Outer Sunset district of the city. He was reported missing after he did not return or make contact with family members. Billy was last seen wearing a t-shirt, blue jeans, and red sneakers. He is described as an Asian male, 5'9" to 5'10" tall, weighing between 150 and 180 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He may have been wearing eyeglasses at the time.

Despite the time that has passed, there have been no significant leads or developments in his case. Authorities and his family continue to search for answers, and his case remains open with the San Francisco Police Department. The lack of details surrounding his disappearance leaves it a mystery, and investigators encourage anyone with information to come forward.

Last Seen: Oct 23, 2018

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

79%Possible
John Doe — Santa Clara, California - unidentified case UP129752
John Doe — Santa Clara, California
UP129752 • Found Jun 29, 2021
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 31 when missing
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%188 lb vs 150–180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
John Doe — San Jose, California - unidentified case UP131998
John Doe — San Jose, California
UP131998 • Found Oct 20, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 31 when missing
Race 100%Asian
Location 91%43 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 52%5'5" vs 5'9"–5'10"
Weight 100%186 lb vs 150–180 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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